Develop and execute Shield AI's AI Manufacturing roadmap.
Identify opportunities to leverage AI across production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, training, and operational decision-making.
Deploy AI-powered solutions including intelligent work instructions, manufacturing copilots, predictive maintenance, automated root-cause analysis, and advanced analytics.
Partner with software and data teams to turn operational challenges into scalable technical solutions.
Capture and digitize manufacturing knowledge to improve workforce productivity, training, and consistency.
Digital Factory Systems
Lead the deployment, configuration, and continuous improvement of Shield AI's Manufacturing Execution System (MES).
Establish the digital thread connecting engineering, production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain operations.
Drive integration between MES, ERP, PLM, QMS, factory automation systems, and manufacturing equipment.
Connected Factory Infrastructure
Define and deploy the digital architecture supporting production equipment, tooling, test systems, PLCs, sensors, and industrial controls.
Qualification
Bachelor's degree in EngineeringAerospaceExperience applying AIKnowledge of AS9100At Shield AIThe systems
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, Automation, or a related technical discipline.
8+ years of experience in digital manufacturing, manufacturing systems, industrial automation, software-enabled operations, or Industry 4.0 environments.
Experience implementing manufacturing software systems such as MES, QMS, maintenance, analytics, or automation platforms.
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, industrial controls, factory automation, and manufacturing data systems.
Experience working directly with software developers, system integrators, automation engineers, or data teams to deliver production-ready solutions.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives from concept through deployment.
Preferred
Aerospace, defense, automotive, robotics, electronics, or other high-complexity manufacturing experience.
Experience supporting greenfield factory launches or large-scale factory transformations.
Experience applying AI, machine learning, advanced analytics, or digital twin technologies in an operational environment.
Knowledge of AS9100, or other highly controlled manufacturing systems.
Most companies are still trying to digitize their factories.
At Shield AI, we're building an AI-native manufacturing environment from the ground up.
The systems, technologies, and AI-enabled capabilities you deploy will directly influence how autonomous aircraft are manufactured for years to come, enabling Shield AI to scale production while maintaining the quality, speed, and operational excellence required for mission-critical aerospace systems.
